Introduced to audiences after discovery by Zhang Yimou, she established herself in the 2000s as a leading figure of Chinese film on an international scale. From Ang Lee’s works to motion pictures directed by Wong Kar-wai, she commands a presence that embodies both grace and intensity. She has moreover played a vital role in the worldwide rise of Chinese cinema.
Wo hu cang long/Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon by Ang Lee introduced by Zhang Ziyi
on Oct. 11 at 3pm at the Halle Tony Garnier
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Meet Zhang Ziyi
on Oct. 12 at 3pm au Pathé Bellecour
Followed by Poem by Zhang Ziyi (36min)
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Back in his former village to attend his father's funeral, a young man recalls his parents' love story... A tale of poignant tenderness, illuminated by Zhang Ziyi, who received considerable attention for this role, interpreted with admirable grace and restraint.
In 18th-century China, two warriors set off to recover a legendary sword that was stolen by a mysterious young woman... The choreographic, wildly popular movie won four Academy Awards, including Best Foreign Language Film. It stars ChowYun-fat, Michelle Yeoh and Zhang Ziyi.
In 1936 in China, Grandmaster Baosen bids farewell to the representatives of the kung-fu schools and is soon on the lookout for his successor... The story of a destiny, in a virtuoso saga, of Ip Man (future mentor of Bruce Lee). Starring Tony Leung and Zhang Ziyi.
